We work with international artists based in Portugal, opening up space for new collaborations with the local community and giving visibility to the country’s cultural diversity.

  • Residencies

    OPORTUNITIES TO CREATE

    We create projects and residencies that foster collaboration between artists of different backgrounds, promoting cultural exchange and mapping out new paths from that exchange.

  • Promoting cultural diversity

    INTER-COMMUNITY EXCHANGE

    We connect artists of different contexts, build bridges between professionals of the artistic sector and cultural entities, as well as artistic projects and local communities, through concerts, workshops and informal spaces for dialogue.

  • Training & workshops

    SUPPORT FOR ARTISTS

    We organize initiatives that contribute to migrant artists’ professional development and autonomy within the cultural sector.

  • Artistic Programming

    EVENTS

    We have a vast network of independent artists in Lisbon and we collaborate with different entities for musical programming and the production of events tailored to different contexts and audiences.

Since 2022, SOMA has worked with over 250 artists from over 20 countries, based in 10 cities across Portugal.

We’ve organized more than 120 concerts, 20 workshops, and have worked in partnership with over 20 organizations.

Our values

We see diversity in cultural ecosystems are a pathway to more inclusive societies.

We believe in the power of meaningful artistic and creative encounters to build bridges across communities.

Cultural institutions should reflect the diversity of its cities.

Migrants and displaced individuals should be able to preserve, practice and enjoy their cultural identity and traditions with dignity, respect and safety.

Our partners